Terms of Service

Last updated: December 2024

Welcome to Kovacs LMFT Inc.. By accessing or using our website at kovacslmft.com (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.

1. Use of Website

This Site is provided for informational purposes and to facilitate scheduling consultations with our therapy practice. You agree to use this Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

2. No Therapist-Client Relationship

Use of this website does not establish a therapist-client relationship. A therapeutic relationship is only established after:

  • You have scheduled and attended an initial appointment
  • Both parties have agreed to enter into a therapeutic relationship
  • You have completed all required intake documentation

3. Not a Substitute for Professional Care

The information provided on this Site is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a mental health condition.

4. Emergency Situations

This website is not intended for emergency situations. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please:

  • Call 911
  • Call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988
  • Go to your nearest emergency room
  • Contact the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741

5. Services Limited to California

Our therapy services are only available to individuals located in the State of California. By using our scheduling services, you confirm that you are located in California.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Kovacs LMFT Inc. and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from this content without our express written permission.

7. Third-Party Services

Our Site may contain links to or integrations with third-party services, including:

  • Calendly: For scheduling consultations
  • Google Analytics: For website analytics

These third-party services have their own terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the practices of these external services.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

This Site is provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Kovacs LMFT Inc. shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the Site.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Kovacs LMFT Inc. and its officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us: